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The Dog Who Walked Beside Us Through Everything
By Michelle Allen When I saw this prompt, my mind immediately went to Bullet. Bullet was a black Lab and Pit Bull mix that we rescued as a puppy. What started as a rescue quickly became one of the greatest blessings our family could have imagined. For fifteen years, Bullet was more than a pet.… Continue reading
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Have You Ever Regretted Reading a Book?
By Michelle Allen It’s a question that feels almost sacrilegious to ask book lovers. We’re encouraged to believe that every book teaches us something, broadens our perspective, or enriches our understanding of the world. And while I generally agree, I’ve come to realize that not every reading experience is a positive one. Yes, I’ve regretted… Continue reading
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What’s the Best and Worst Airport You’ve Been To?
By Michelle Allen I’ve only been through a handful of airports in my travels so far, but even with limited experience, I’ve already learned that not all airports are created equal. Some make traveling feel easy and enjoyable, while others can leave you wondering if you’ll ever find your gate. My Best Airport Experience My… Continue reading
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Why the Miscommunication Trope Never Works for Me
By Michelle Allen One of the most annoying tropes in books and movies is the miscommunication plot. You know the one: a problem spirals out of control because two characters refuse to have a simple, honest conversation. Instead of clearing up a misunderstanding in thirty seconds, they avoid each other, jump to conclusions, and create… Continue reading
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If I Could Relive One Year
Some years pass through our lives. Others leave footprints on our souls. By Michelle Allen If someone asked me which year of my life I would relive, my first instinct would be to choose one of the easy years. A year filled with laughter. A year before loss arrived. A year when the people I… Continue reading
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The Courage No One Sees
Why the bravest moments of our lives often happen when there’s no audience. By Michelle Allen When we think about bravery, we often imagine dramatic moments. A firefighter rushing into a burning building. A soldier standing firm in the face of danger. A whistleblower risking everything to expose the truth. But some of the bravest… Continue reading
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What’s Something You Do Completely Differently From How You Were Raised?
By Michelle Allen One of the biggest differences between how I was raised and how I live today revolves around family gatherings. Growing up, Sunday dinner wasn’t optional. It was expected. Every week, my mom would put a pot roast in the oven, and by dinner time everyone would find their way to the table.… Continue reading
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The Best Things Aren’t Always Things
By Michelle Allen When I first read this prompt, I tried to think of the best thing I’ve ever found randomly on the street. The truth is, I can’t recall discovering any lost treasure, money, or valuable item lying on the sidewalk. I’ve never been lucky enough to stumble across anything that made me stop… Continue reading
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The Kindness We Never Forget
By Michelle Allen Kindness has a way of leaving a lasting impression. Long after we’ve forgotten what someone said or did on an ordinary day, we often remember the moments when someone showed us compassion, understanding, or support when we needed it most. When I think about the kindest thing someone has ever done for… Continue reading
